I HAVE TRIED IT BUT THIS SERIES DIDN'T WORK FOR ME...
I had never heard of 180 Degree Longitude Passes Through Us until someone recommended it on kisskh. Usually, I discover BL series through YouTube or TikTok, but this one never popped up, almost as if no one’s talking about it. That surprised me, because this series is seriously underrated.
180 Degree isn’t your typical fluffy romance. It’s not a show you can casually watch; it demands your attention and invites analysis. Despite the emotional heaviness at times, I genuinely enjoyed the first to fourth episodes.
Even though the character Wang is quite young, the show feels more mature than most BL dramas I’ve seen. It leans heavily on unspoken emotions and lingering glances rather than overt dialogue, yet it still manages to keep you engaged. There were moments, especially during some of the extended conversations where I felt bored.
One thing that stood out to me was how often Wang's father is referenced, yet his face is never shown. I think the story would’ve been stronger with a few flashbacks or at least a short scene involving him and In. Just seeing him in photos didn’t feel like enough given how central he is to the plot.
The pacing is slow, and the themes are heavy. It’s not purely a BL series, it dives deep into grief, loss, alcoholism, forbidden love, self-discovery, homophobia, acceptance, and forgiveness. One aspect I really appreciated was Wang’s relationship with his mother. They argue at times, but their bond is strong and endearing, more like close friends than just parent and child.
Pond, who plays Wang, was a revelation. I was shocked to realize he was also in Century of Love, he was so compelling here that I barely recognized him. The actors playing his mom and In were also excellent in their roles.
Visually, the series is stunning. The cinematography is gorgeous, and the grayish color grading fits the mood perfectly.
Unfortunately, I ended up dropping the series around episode five. The pacing felt too slow for me, the conversations dragged on, and it became repetitive, especially with the ongoing focus on Wang's father. Even after In had shared so much about him, the topic kept circling back.
Still, I think 180 Degree is an emotionally rich and mature BL series with a unique storytelling approach. If you enjoy slow-burn dramas that make you think, it’s definitely worth checking out, even if it didn’t quite work for me in the end.
180 Degree isn’t your typical fluffy romance. It’s not a show you can casually watch; it demands your attention and invites analysis. Despite the emotional heaviness at times, I genuinely enjoyed the first to fourth episodes.
Even though the character Wang is quite young, the show feels more mature than most BL dramas I’ve seen. It leans heavily on unspoken emotions and lingering glances rather than overt dialogue, yet it still manages to keep you engaged. There were moments, especially during some of the extended conversations where I felt bored.
One thing that stood out to me was how often Wang's father is referenced, yet his face is never shown. I think the story would’ve been stronger with a few flashbacks or at least a short scene involving him and In. Just seeing him in photos didn’t feel like enough given how central he is to the plot.
The pacing is slow, and the themes are heavy. It’s not purely a BL series, it dives deep into grief, loss, alcoholism, forbidden love, self-discovery, homophobia, acceptance, and forgiveness. One aspect I really appreciated was Wang’s relationship with his mother. They argue at times, but their bond is strong and endearing, more like close friends than just parent and child.
Pond, who plays Wang, was a revelation. I was shocked to realize he was also in Century of Love, he was so compelling here that I barely recognized him. The actors playing his mom and In were also excellent in their roles.
Visually, the series is stunning. The cinematography is gorgeous, and the grayish color grading fits the mood perfectly.
Unfortunately, I ended up dropping the series around episode five. The pacing felt too slow for me, the conversations dragged on, and it became repetitive, especially with the ongoing focus on Wang's father. Even after In had shared so much about him, the topic kept circling back.
Still, I think 180 Degree is an emotionally rich and mature BL series with a unique storytelling approach. If you enjoy slow-burn dramas that make you think, it’s definitely worth checking out, even if it didn’t quite work for me in the end.
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